To Ward Off

To Ward Off (uard óf)

Definition:

To ward off means to prevent someone or something unpleasant from harming, attacking, or affecting one. It implies defending against or repelling.

Aplicação em frases:

  • Afirmativa: She wore a charm to ward off evil spirits.
  • Negativa: You can't ward off all illnesses.
  • Interrogativa: Does this spray really ward off mosquitoes?
  • Afirmativa no passado: He raised his arm to ward off the blow.

Sinônimos: repel, avert, deflect, deter, prevent

Tradução:

"To ward off" significa prevenir que alguém ou algo desagradável cause dano, ataque ou afete alguém. Implica defender-se ou repelir.